Rice Pilaf

Pilaf is a traditional side dish in South Asian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. It’s history dates back at least 1,000 years and it was the inspiration for Spanish Paella and Mexican Rice.
This version was inspired by recipes from Served from Scratch and Tastes Better from Scratch.

Rice Pilaf

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings 8

Ingredients

  

• 2 Tbsp butter
• ½ large onion diced
• 1.5 cups rice rinsed
• 3 large garlic cloves minced
• 3 cups chicken stock warmed
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp coriander
• dash salt to taste
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

 

• Heat a large skillet and add 1 Tbsp of butter.
• Add onion and sauté for a couple of minutes.
• Add another Tbsp of butter and then add the rice, stir to coat. Toast the rice for 4-5 minutes.
• Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant
• Add the seasonings (except for the parsley) and stir through.
• Slowly add the chicken stock, stirring constantly.
• Cover and bring the stock to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer.
• Cook the rice for 15 minutes, then let stand for another 3-5 minutes.
• Garnish with the chopped parsley.